Archives for 2012

If one is to experience all that is barbecue, I guess potato chips should be on the list. I prefer my chips Memphis-style…that is, without sauce. I’m not fond of all that red stuff getting all over my fingers, either. I reserve that right for real BBQ. Did you know that barbecue flavored are the top seller for flavored potato chips? The winner is…

If you were to list the top five legends of barbecue, Ardie Davis and Paul Kirk would surely be on that list. That’s why I couldn’t wait to get my hands on their new book, America’s Best Ribs. I’d like to believe that America’s best ribs are right here at TopRibs.com, but I’m sure Ardie and Paul can crank out one hell of a rib hoedown.

When I’m South Carolina, you’ll more often than not find me hanging out at Sticky Fingers. I thought it time to truly evaluate their Carolina Classic mustard barbecue sauce and determine if it really does pass the mustard.

As I pondered this wood review, what should one look for when grading a smoking wood? For starters, variety is important. Of course, quality should come into play. When I buy smoking chips, I’m not looking to buy sawdust. Let’s check out Baxter’s

These Mexican short ribs just can’t be beat! Mesquite smoke, cumin, cilantro and a little Jalapeno heat all come together with the robust flavor of beef for some great lip-smackin’ ribs. Side dishes not required!

WELCOME TO TOP RIBS!

Who can deny that a slab of pork ribs are the king when it comes to barbecue? Yet pork ribs aren't the only player in the rib game. There are beef ribs, lamb ribs as well as exotic animal ribs such as buffalo and elk. Of these ribs, there are varying styles from each.

How well do you know the rib family? Join along as we explore the World Wide Rib.

Recent Reviews

Top Thought

If it weren't for BBQ-ing, I'd have no reason to have a backyard.
-Willie Hawk

Top Tip

Carry your meat on a plate wrapped with plastic food wrap. Once on the grill, simply throw out the plastic...clean plate!

No Faux Que!

WHO BE COOKIN' ALL DEM RIBS?

Hello, my name is Gary Glen. As a certified Kansas City Barbeque Society judge, I know a little about barbeque. If not cooking barbeque, I'm eating it. When I'm not cooking or eating barbeque, I'm judging it. When I'm doing none of the above, I write about it here or at BarbequedChicken.com.